how to rappel or perform rappelling

How to Rappel – Here’s a Useful Beginner’s Guide to Rappelling

How to rappel? Here's a step-by-step introduction. Learning how to rappel should be very high on your priority list if you're thinking about practicing this...
rappelling knots

Climber Knots – Simple Tying Instructions and Applications

We all know that gear is incredibly important when it comes to climbing and rappelling, right? These aren't the safest activities in the world...
belay devices

How Are Belay Devices Made & Why Do they Have Two...

Let's talk a bit about belay devices! If you're just starting out on your rappelling journey, or you're just researching this activity in the hopes...
rappelling vs abseiling

What is the Difference Between Rappelling and Abseiling?

Anyone who's just starting out rappelling, or just learning about this engaging and thrilling activity, will find it a bit confusing at first. Aside...
rappel from a tree

How to Rappel From a Tree and Other Natural Anchors

Here's everything you need to know about rappelling from a tree. Using a tree as an anchor: now that's a risky proposition. Can it work,...
rappelling gear weigh

Climbing and Rappelling Gear Weight – I Did the Math

Stay tuned for a complete guide on climbing and rappelling gear weight. How much does rappelling gear weigh? You probably never asked yourself this question,...
belay glasses

Can We Use Belay Glasses With Prescription Glasses?

Belay glasses with prescription glasses. Is it a good idea? I've been wearing belay glasses and prescription glasses for about a decade, and I won't...
is rappelling dangerous

Is Rappelling Dangerous? Some Tips on How to Improve Safety

The dangers of rappelling are not always as obvious as you might think. Is rappelling dangerous? The no.1 question that pops into everyone's head whenever...
mountaineering books

10 Mountaineering Books That You Should Read at Least Once

Mountaineering books and why you should read them. Mountaineering in its purest form represents the sport of climbing mountains, but as it turns out, the...
am I too old

Am I Too Old to Start Rappelling or Climbing?

Is there an age limit to climbing or rappelling? It seems that another question that pops into my readers' heads a lot is: am I...

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